Creative Visions Human Development
Institute
DESCRIPTION
CONTACT NAME
Tamra Saltzman The Creative Visions Human Development Institute works to develop
economically vulnerable individuals, families, and communities into becoming
self-empowered, self-responsible, and self-sufficient through education and
economic empowerment.
EMAIL Their programs include:
PHONE
515-244-4003
OFFICE ADDRESS
1343 13th Street
Des Moines, IA 50314
TYPE OF WORK
Advocacy, Community Based, Educational/School,
Food Pantry, Meal Site, Garden Program
COUNTIES
Polk
The Sunday Feed Program is a community meal to primarily serve the homeless,
elderly and sick and shut-ins. They serve an average of 200 meals per Sunday,
approximately 15,600 meals during the year.
Community Development Programs include advocacy work, mediation,
and community forums designed to provide educational and economic
empowerment information.
Family Development Programs include a food pantry, food hotline referral service,
and support for families and offenders to preserve the family unit while a member
is in prison.
Self Development Programs include GED Tutorials, support for high school
students, and the Creative Visions Job Readiness program that provides one-
stop access to community members seeking help with employment who may not
feel comfortable or have access to government agencies.
HOW TO HELP
Individuals and organizations can support the work of Creative Visions
through donations or by volunteering to help manage their food pantry and
educational programs. Volunteer and Community Service hours may be
scheduled by calling 515-244-4003. Volunteers and Community Service workers
will receive paper work as proof of hours served.
For more information about Creative Visions, Iowans are encouraged to visit
their website, Facebook page, or contact them directly.
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